She met Frank Wildhorn who immediately fell in love with her and her incredible voice. He set about writing the musical "Jekyll and Hyde" with her in mind for the role of Lucy. Although the show did rather poorly, Linda was a sensation. Her pure tone broke listeners' hearts with laments like "No One Knows Who I am" and "Sympathy, Tenderness" and her unleashed power in torch songs like "Good 'n' Evil" and "A New Life" sent her immediately into league with other Broadway leading ladies like Barbara Streisand and Bernadette Peters.
Her range stretches from a rich alto to an impressive array of ringing whistle tones. Her tone is pure, powerful, and full of emotion. Her voice and singing style have often been compared to that of Barbara Streisand, but Linda has always said that from childhood her biggest inspiration has been and continues to be Judy Garland. This veneration culminated in the making and release of her tribute album "By Myself: The Songs Of Judy Garland."
Linda Eder remains one of the most powerful and talented performers alive.
Recordings:
* 1989 Linda Eder
* 1994 And So Much More
* 1997 It's Time
* 1999 It's No Secret Anymore
* 2002 Gold
* 2003 Storybook
* 2003 Broadway, My Way
* 2005 By Myself: The Songs of Judy Garland
* 2006 Barbra Streisand and Linda Eder
* 2008 The Other Side of Me
Against All Odds
Linda Eder Lyrics
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Just let you leave without a trace
When I stand here taking every breath with you
You're the only one who really knew me at all
How can you just walk away from me
When all I can do is watch you leave
'Cause we've shared the laughter and the pain
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now
'Cause there's just an empty space
There's nothing left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
So take a look at me now
'Cause there's just an empty space
And you coming back to me is against the odds
And that's what I've got to face
I wish I could just make you turn around
Turn around and see me cry
There's so much I need to say to you
So many reasons why
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now
And there's just an empty space
There's nothing left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
So take a look at me now
'Cause there's just an empty space
But to wait for you is all I can do
And that's what I've got to face
Take a good look at me now
'Cause I'll still be standing here
And you coming back to me is against all odds
That's the chance I've got to take
Oh, take a look at me now
The lyrics to Linda Eder's song "Against All Odds" depict a heartbroken person who cannot fathom the thought of their loved one leaving them. In the beginning, the singer questions how they can let their love leave without a trace, knowing that they are the only one who truly understands them. As the song progresses, the singer laments the fact that their love left and takes full inventory of the emptiness that resides in their heart.
The chorus emphasizes the emptiness that the singer feels after their love has left. They are left with nothing but the memories of their love's face and the hope that they will one day return. The singer acknowledges that the chances of their love returning are slim ("against all odds"), but they remain steadfast in their love and continue waiting for their love to return.
Overall, the song evokes feelings of desperation, heartbreak, and a longing for a lost love. The lyrics and the powerful vocals of Linda Eder combine to create a moving ballad that speaks to anyone who has experienced the pain of a broken heart.
Line by Line Meaning
How can I just let you walk away
I don't understand how I can just let you go without fighting for us.
Just let you leave without a trace
I can't believe you're leaving so easily without any signs of hesitation or regret.
When I stand here taking every breath with you
I am fully present and in the moment with you, cherishing every second we have together.
You're the only one who really knew me at all
You are the only person who truly understood me and accepted me for who I am.
How can you just walk away from me
I am struggling to comprehend how you can just leave me without a second thought.
When all I can do is watch you leave
I am helpless and can only watch you walk away, wanting to stop you but knowing that I can't.
'Cause we've shared the laughter and the pain
We have shared both joyful moments and difficult times together, and those experiences have bonded us forever.
And even shared the tear
We have cried together, showing our vulnerability and emotional connection.
So take a look at me now
Now that you're gone, see how empty and lost I am without you.
'Cause there's just an empty space
You have left a void in my life and now everything feels incomplete without you.
There's nothing left here to remind me
There are no tangible reminders of our love left, just my memories and feelings for you.
Just the memory of your face
The only thing I have left of you is the image of your face imprinted in my mind.
But to wait for you is all I can do
The only thing left for me to do is to wait for you to come back to me, even though it's unlikely.
And that's what I've got to face
I have to come to terms with the fact that you may never return and that I have to move on without you.
I wish I could just make you turn around
I desperately want you to come back to me and wish I had the power to make you change your mind.
Turn around and see me cry
I want you to see how much I am hurting because of your absence and how much I need you back.
There's so much I need to say to you
There are things I never got a chance to tell you and I regret not expressing my feelings more openly.
So many reasons why
There are countless reasons why I want you back in my life and can't imagine living without you.
And you coming back to me is against the odds
The chances of you returning to me are slim and it seems unlikely that we will be reunited.
That's the chance I've got to take
Despite the odds being against us, I am willing to take the risk and hold onto the hope of us getting back together.
Oh, take a look at me now
I want you to see the pain and despair I am feeling without you and how much I still love you.
Contributed by Harper S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.